Sail along Bonaire’s coast with Life at 8 Knots.
Choose from a selection of tours.
Life at 8 Knots offers a variety of packages that are private and can easily be tailored to your needs.
- Day Trips – Spend the day sailing, snorkeling or diving, eating freshly prepared food, and relaxing with a cocktail in hand and the breeze on your face. Your charter is fully customizable from your itinerary and hours aboard to preferred food & beverages. Tell us your dream day at sea and we will make it happen!
- Sunset Cruises – Experience a relaxing sunset at sea, floating peacefully toward the horizon to enjoy an unobstructed view. Choose between a 3-hour cocktail cruise with a hearty charcuterie board and preferred cocktails, or a 4-hour dinner cruise with a private chef and an extra hour aboard for stargazing during dessert. Perfect for couples and small groups of 2-6 people.
- Party Packages – Designed for larger groups of 8+ guests, our party packages are perfect for dive groups, company retreats, or celebrating a special occasion. We can create a casual and fun day at sea, or an elegant and upscale sunset soiree. Contact us to plan your party aboard the Lost Cat.
- Wind and Waves Combo Tour – Experience a unique combo tour in collaboration with Bonaire Landsailing Adventures by enjoying land sailing and catamaran sailing in one action-packed day. This combo tour is designed for larger private groups of 8-12 people by request only.
Private Scuba Diving & Freediving Experiences.
Life at 8 Knots offers professional PADI scuba diving and freediving experiences on Bonaire, perfect for private groups of 2-6 divers.
- Discover Scuba Diving – Are you curious about scuba diving, but not ready to commit? Book an introductory dive where you’ll learn the basic skills in shallow water alongside a local dive professional.
- PADI Scuba Diving Certification – Take the plunge and earn your PADI Open Water Certification through a private, hands-on course.
- Guided Dives – Are you a certified diver? Explore Bonaire’s vibrant reef with expert-guided dives crafted for private groups.
- Experience Freediving – Discover the serene simplicity of freediving – no heavy gear, just pure breath-hold exploration alongside a professional instructor.
- PADI Freediving Certification Live-Aboard – Immerse yourself during a 2-night / 3-day live-aboard adventure aboard the spacious Lost Cat, sailing to different dive spots while you complete your PADI Freediving Certification.
About SV Lost Cat Catamaran
The Lost Cat is a 43′ sailing catamaran and is the perfect mix of sport and comfort. It is a fast sailboat with beautiful lines and plenty of space for lounging. The 2 trampolines on the boat’s bow are a favorite area for guests to relax and soak up the sunshine. The back deck is spacious enough to hold up to 8 dive tanks and includes a fresh-water shower for rinsing off people and gear.
The cockpit is shaded and outfitted with brand-new cushions to ensure your comfort during meals. There is also a full kitchen, two fresh water showers, 2 guest cabins with queen beds, solar power, and wifi.
Meet Julia and James
Life at 8 Knots is owned and operated by a husband-wife team that has sailed thousands of nautical miles together. For 10+ years they have created charter experiences for guests. In 2021, they settled on Bonaire. They love to share their catamaran with visitors and locals alike, crafting unique experiences at sea.
James is a USCG licensed Captain, a certified PADI Elite Scuba Instructor, and a PADI Freedive Instructor. He has trained divers for 20+ years and enjoys showing the ropes to aspiring sailors. He is also an amazing cook! Julia serves as the First Mate and Stewardess. She keeps the boat’s interior in tip-top shape and enjoys planning charters her guests will never forget!
Contact Information
Life at 8 Knots
Harbour Village Marina
USA Phone: +1-817-793-6825
WhatsApp: +599-777-5433
lifeat8knots@gmail.com
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